George W. Bush

I am honored by the support of my fellow citizens.

I agree with him that the Middle East peace is a very important part of a peaceful world.

Through this simple act of voting, the Afghan people declared to the world their determination to move beyond a brutal legacy of oppression, terror, and fear to a future of hope, democracy, and freedom.

We will continue to work for a free Palestinian state that's at peace with Israel.

We will preserve—we will persevere until the enemy is defeated.

I'll reach out to everyone who shares our goals.

The election also makes clear that a free Afghanistan is a partner in the war on terror, a beacon of hope in a troubled region of the world, and an example to other countries working to realize the promise of freedom.

Their Government, which fully understands that, are working with our generals on the ground to do just that.

Hospice programs are a vital part of our Nation's health care system.

I congratulate President Karzai on his election victory.

The large turnout by Afghan women, who made up 40 percent of all voters, confirms that there is a vital role for women in the politics of a nation proud of its Islamic heritage.

By deciding to share their hearts and homes with a child, adoptive parents demonstrate great compassion and receive many blessings in return.

I commend the millions of Afghan men and women who voted in the first democratic election in their Nation's history.

I will need your support and I will work to earn it.

We'll continue our economic progress.

I'm proud to lead such an amazing country, and I'm proud to lead it forward.

Now is the time to get it done.

Senator Kerry was very gracious.

I think you were an admirable, worthy opponent.

I'm running because I've got more to do.

I will be able to—both of us will be able to say that we campaigned as hard as we possibly could.

I'm confident we'll carry Ohio, and I'm confident we'll carry the Nation.

I hope every citizen in Ohio and elsewhere does their duty.

I believe the President's job is to confront problems, not to pass them on to future Presidents and future generations.

Whatever your strengths are, you’re going to need them, and whatever your shortcomings are, people will notice them.